🍝 Slow Cooker 5-Ingredient Beef and Cheese Pasta – Comfort Food Made Easy!

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🍝 Slow Cooker 5-Ingredient Beef and Cheese Pasta – Comfort Food Made Easy!







When life gets busy but your family’s craving something warm, hearty, and cheesy, this Slow Cooker 5-Ingredient Beef and Cheese Pasta saves the day.

It’s rich, creamy, and full of classic Italian-inspired flavor — all made right in your slow cooker with just a few pantry staples. No need for fancy ingredients or endless steps… this dump-and-go dinner practically makes itself!

Serve it up with garlic bread and a green salad for the ultimate comfort meal.

⭐ Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • ⏱️ Only 5 ingredients and 10 minutes of prep

  • 🍝 Perfect for feeding a hungry family or crowd

  • 🧀 Melty, cheesy goodness in every bite

  • 🥫 Made from simple pantry staples — budget-friendly and satisfying!

🧂 Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef, browned and drained

  • 1 jar (24 oz) marinara or pasta sauce

  • 3 cups uncooked pasta (penne or rotini work great)

  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

  • 1 cup water or beef broth

Optional: sprinkle of Italian seasoning or grated Parmesan for extra flavor

🍴 Instructions

  1. Brown the beef: In a skillet, cook ground beef until no longer pink. Drain excess fat.

  2. Add to slow cooker: Add the cooked beef, pasta sauce, pasta, and water (or broth) into your slow cooker. Stir to combine.

  3. Cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 3–4 hours, stirring once halfway through. (Avoid overcooking — pasta should be tender but not mushy!)

  4. Add cheese: Sprinkle mozzarella on top, cover again, and cook another 10–15 minutes until melted and gooey.

  5. Serve: Stir gently and serve hot. Add Parmesan or herbs if desired!

💡 Pro Tips

  • Add a handful of spinach or bell peppers for extra veggies.

  • For more flavor, stir in a teaspoon of garlic powder or red pepper flakes.

  • Use mini shells or rotini — they hold the sauce beautifully!


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